Description
This original wildlife photograph features a female House Sparrow (Passer domesticus), one of the most familiar and widespread birds associated with human habitation. Captured in Gujarat, India, the photograph highlights the subtle beauty and natural character of the female House Sparrow, with its warm brown plumage, understated facial markings and delicate appearance.
ABOUT THE HOUSE SPARROW
The House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) belongs to the sparrow family Passeridae. It is strongly associated with human settlements and can be found around houses, gardens, farms, villages, towns and cities.
Although the House Sparrow is a familiar bird, its close association with people makes it an important species for understanding the relationship between urban environments and wildlife.
FEMALE HOUSE SPARROW
Female House Sparrows are visually different from the more boldly marked males. The female has predominantly brown and buff plumage with a comparatively plain facial pattern and a lighter eyebrow. These subtle markings give the female House Sparrow a distinctive and elegant appearance.
This photograph focuses specifically on the female, making it useful for bird identification, nature education and wildlife photography collections.
HOUSE SPARROW IN GUJARAT
The House Sparrow is a resident bird of Gujarat and is widely associated with human-dominated landscapes. It can be encountered around residential areas, agricultural landscapes, gardens and other places where suitable food and nesting opportunities are available.
Gujarat’s towns, villages and agricultural areas provide numerous habitats where House Sparrows can be observed. The species is also documented in bird records from different parts of the state.
HABITAT
House Sparrows are highly adaptable birds that commonly live close to people. Typical habitats include:
• Urban and suburban areas
• Villages and rural settlements
• Agricultural landscapes
• Gardens and parks
• Buildings and residential areas
• Areas with shrubs and suitable nesting locations
The species generally benefits from access to food, water and nesting opportunities around human habitation.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Common Name: House Sparrow
Scientific Name: Passer domesticus
Sex: Female
Bird Group: Sparrow
Family: Passeridae
Location: Gujarat, India
Status in Gujarat: Resident
Habitat: Urban areas, villages, farms, gardens and areas around human habitation
Behaviour: Perching / Natural Behaviour
Diet: Seeds, grains, insects and other food around human habitation
Global Conservation Status: Least Concern (LC)
Indian Protection: Schedule II
Photographer: Amarjeetsinh Jhala
Camera: Nikon D7200
Lens: Nikkor 200-500mm
Photography Type: Bird & Wildlife Photography
ABOUT THIS PHOTOGRAPH
This photograph captures a female House Sparrow in a natural setting and showcases the understated beauty of one of India’s most familiar birds.
The image is suitable for bird photography collections, wildlife enthusiasts, bird identification resources, educational projects, nature publications, conservation-related material, websites, magazines, books, calendars and other licensed applications.
ORIGINAL WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY BY AMARJEETSINH JHALA
This is an original bird photograph captured by wildlife and nature photographer Amarjeetsinh Jhala using a Nikon D7200 with a Nikkor 200-500mm lens.
The photograph represents the beauty of everyday Indian birdlife and demonstrates how even familiar species such as the House Sparrow can be appreciated through wildlife photography.
CONSERVATION
The House Sparrow is currently listed as Least Concern (LC) globally. The 2025 State of India’s Birds assessment lists the species under Schedule II of India’s Wildlife Protection Act and reports a declining current annual trend at the national level.
Documenting familiar species through photography can also help promote awareness of urban and rural biodiversity and the importance of maintaining suitable habitats for common birds.
LICENSING OPTIONS
Personal Use – Suitable for personal collections, wallpapers and non-commercial use.
Commercial Use – Suitable for websites, advertising, digital marketing, promotional material and other commercial projects.
Printing & Publication – Suitable for magazines, books, calendars, brochures, exhibitions, editorial projects and high-quality printed publications.
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